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Cranberry Orange Scones

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These Cranberry Orange Scones combine tart cranberries and zesty orange for a bright, tender pastry perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in cranberries and orange zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape into a 7-inch circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
  8. Place wedges on prepared baking sheet, brush tops with cream, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle scones with a simple orange glaze made from powdered sugar and fresh orange juice once cooled.

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